CVE-2023-52857: drm/mediatek: Fix coverity issue with unintentional integer overflow
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
drm/mediatek: Fix coverity issue with unintentional integer overflow
1. Instead of multiplying 2 variable of different types. Change to assign a value of one variable and then multiply the other variable.
2. Add a int variable for multiplier calculation instead of calculating different types multiplier with dmaaddrt variable directly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-52857?
CVE-2023-52857 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52857?
To fix CVE-2023-52857, update your Linux kernel to versions 6.5.12 or later and ensure you are on 6.6.2 or earlier.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2023-52857?
CVE-2023-52857 affects Linux kernel versions between 5.13.12 and 6.6.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-52857?
CVE-2023-52857 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the Linux kernel's DRM Mediatek subsystem.
Is CVE-2023-52857 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2023-52857 is primarily a local vulnerability that requires local access to exploit.